Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
Good morning, Wilmington.
ShopRite released a list of Labor Day hours for its Pennsylvania and Delaware stores so locals can plan their holiday shopping.
The schedule shows varied opening times—some locations start at 6 a.m. while others close as late as 12 a.m.
The Brandywine Festival of the Arts will take place at Brandywine Park on September 6th and 7th—over 15,000 visitors will enjoy art, food, live experiences, free flu shots and a yoga class at 10:30 a.m. Sunday.
Powerball drawing today at 10:59 p.m. ET has a jackpot of $1 billion, making it the sixth largest ever after no winning ticket on Aug.
27. Delaware tickets can be bought until 9:45 p.m. ET + one ticket won $50,000 in the last drawing.
Attorney General Kathy Jennings and a coalition stopped $184 million in cuts to AmeriCorps programs, preserving over $750,000 for local service groups.
The White House Office of Management and Budget later agreed to release the funds—ensuring service programs in Delaware and nationwide continue to operate.
The Delaware Department of Transportation opened a third lane on I-295 northbound between Route 141 and Route 13 just in time for Labor Day weekend.
The project took about a year and cost over $32 million to ease congestion on a stretch that normally sees 113,000 vehicles a day.
Wilmington port union leader Bill Ashe Jr. threatened to petition New Jersey to build a container terminal after Delaware’s Edgemoor expansion stalled due to permit issues.
Secretary of State Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez said officials worked to reissue permits and address safety concerns by year's end — a move that has raised tensions at state port board meetings.
Wilmington Sports Card & Collectible Show
8 AM – 2 PM — Chambers Memorial Hall — $3 Admission — Experience a vibrant showcase of sports cards and collectibles from top vendors.
Kid Davis and the Bullets Live at Gallucio's
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers while grooving to the Americana sounds of Kid Davis & the Bullets.
George Thorogood & The Destroyers Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Tickets available — Experience rock legends George Thorogood & The Destroyers live in Wilmington.
Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers while Kid Davis and the Bullets serenade with Americana tunes.
Ramsey's Farm Pumpkin Run/Walk
8-10 a.m. — Ramsey’s Farm — Free Kids Race included — Enjoy a fun-filled morning of running and walking amidst the fall scenery at Ramsey's Farm.
Hometown Heroes 5K
6-7 p.m. — Rockford Park — Registration fee required — Run or walk in support of local heroes at this community race.
Drumming Bird x The Tisburys
8-11 p.m. — The Queen — Ticketed event — Experience a night filled with lively music from Drumming Bird and The Tisburys.
Comedy Night at The Crafty Crab
6-8 p.m. — Crafty Crab — Free entry — Enjoy hilarious performances by local and Philly comedians at this lively venue.
DMA Varsity Football at Brandywine
6-8 p.m. — Brandywine High School — Free entry — Witness a thrilling non-conference football match between local rivals Brandywine and Delaware Military Academy.
ULTRA Trail DE Challenge
8 a.m. — Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park — $65 entry fee — Test your limits in this 6-hour trail running adventure with stunning scenery and challenging elevation.
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